Speaking on the topic of “The Wit and Wisdom of Mark
Shields,” on March 4, Mr. Shields will discuss the upcoming presidential
election.

Mr. Shields has that unique ability to make audiences
laugh and think. His frequently quoted wit is grounded in the wisdom of 30
years covering American politics. Topical and on the cutting edge, his
observations emerge from a career spanning the administrations of eight
presidents.

Syndicated columnist and author, Mark Shields is the
principal political analyst on The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer on PBS
and moderator of CNN’s The Capital Gang. As one of the most
respected journalists in Washington, he charms audiences with humor and
wisdom. He is the author of On The Campaign Trail.

“Mr. Brooks has a gift for bringing audiences face to
face with the spirit of our times with humor, insight and quiet passion.”
-The Leigh Bureau

On April 1, Mr. Brooks will address the Union Forum with
a look at the United States 2004 Presidential Election. Mr. Brooks is
considered to be a knowledgeable interpreter of present day politics and
its implications on our society. He now writes a bi-weekly Op-Ed column
for the New York Times. His Saturday column aims for humor, social
commentary and the lighter side of the news. He is also a regular analyst
on The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer.

Mr. Brooks spent nine years with the Wall Street
Journal where posts included op-ed editor, Middle-Eastern, Russian,
European and South Africa correspondent and editor of the Book Review. His
works have appeared in The Atlantic Monthly, The New Yorker,
Smart Money, The New Republic, U.S. News and World Report
and the National Review.